2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 28, 2003 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Fxdwg years
Not enough data 7th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg. That ranks 7th out of 13 Fxdwg model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 20,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~20,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling2100%20,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 1 complaints
2001: 1200112003: 120031

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The cam bearings of my 2000 fxdwg [dyna wide glide] destroyed themselves in kansas city and the bike was repaired at harley davidsons expense due to poor engine design and a letter that was sent to me telling me of the problem. It is now broken again with an $1,800 bill. This could have caused a…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 28, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10020654

On january 22,2001 harley-davidson sent a letter to customers alerting them of a engine cam bearing failure problem. When this bearing goes bad it will cause the engine to lock up also causing the rear wheel to lock up. Thus causing a potential accident or even death. Harley davidson will not…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 21, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 745646

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Harley-Davidson Fxdwg a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fxdwg model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.